Watching a Passing Amtrak Train  🖼️

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It's quite amazing how much traffic is on this Amtrak line going between Albany and New York City. You would think a relatively small city like Albany would not justify so much rail service or such long trains.

Taken on Saturday June 4, 2011 at Hudson River Islands State Park.

Map: Green Mountain National Forest North

More about Hudson River Islands State Park...

Accessible only by boat, Hudson River Islands State Park facilities are concentrated on the islands of Gay's Point and Stockport Middle Ground. These islands are fragile communities with many rare and endangered plant and animal species. Day-use facilities include picnic areas with grills and nature trail. Fishing is popular and transient camping is allowed.

Please Note: There are no docks. Boats must be moored off the island or visitors can bring their kayaks/canoes on shore. It is a first come first serve park for camping. There is no entrance fee and no reservations are needed.

http://nysparks.com/parks/98/details.aspx

Terrain Map: Stockport Middle Island and Gay’s Point
Photo: Riverside Flag
Photo: Campsite After Getting All Packed Up
Photo: Quiet River
Photo: Shoreline
Photo: Kayak Back on Truck
Photo: Gays' Point After Dark
Photo: Posion Ivy
Photo: Evening on the River
Photo: Marshes
Photo: Heading Out Into Main Channel

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